For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,535 students in 32818, FL (there are , serving 3,243 private students). 58% of all K-12 students in 32818, FL are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 32818, FL are Prairie Lake Elementary School, Innovations Middle Charter and Pinewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 32818 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Florida public school average of 53%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 52% statewide average). Schools in 32818, FL have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Florida public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public school average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
Best 32818, FL Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Prairie Lake Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8723 Hackney Prairie Rd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 884-2220
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 884-2220
Grades: PK-5
| 818 students
Rank: #22.
Innovations Middle Charter
Alternative School
Charter School
Charter School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2768 N Hiawassee Rd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 440-2846
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 440-2846
Grades: 6-9
| 172 students
Rank: #33.
Pinewood Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3005 N Apopka Vineland Rd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-7930
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-7930
Grades: PK-5
| 486 students
Rank: #44.
Lake Gem Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4801 Bloodhound St
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-7900
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-7900
Grades: PK-5
| 549 students
Rank: #55.
Hiawassee Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6800 Hennepin Blvd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6410
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6410
Grades: PK-5
| 603 students
Rank: #66.
West Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
905 Dorscher Rd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-3875
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 532-3875
Grades: PK-5
| 470 students
Rank: #77.
Robinswood Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6305 Balboa Dr
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-5140
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-5140
Grades: 6-8
| 997 students
Rank: #88.
Magnolia School
Special Education School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1900 Matterhorne Dr
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6499
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6499
Grades: PK-12
| 115 students
Rank: #99.
Silver Pines Academy K-12 Learning Center
Special Education School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1906 Matterhorn Road
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6449
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6449
Grades: PK-12
| 89 students
Rank: #1010.
Acceleration West
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2751 Lake Stanley Rd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 521-2358
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 521-2358
Grades: 7-12
| 236 students
32818, Florida Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
7510 Laurel Hill Oaks Cir
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 814-6155
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 814-6155
Grades: 9-12
| 12 students
2751 Apopka Vineland Rd
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6468
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6468
Grades: 9
| n/a students
Home Builders Institute (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
7531 Laurel Hill Oak Circle
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 523-0105
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 523-0105
Grades: 8-12
| 13 students
Magnolia Special Education (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1900 Matterhorne Road
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6499
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 296-6499
Grades: PK-12
| 204 students
Perspective Group Treatment Home (formerly Sunland (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
7448 Laurel Hills Drive
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 622-8240
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 622-8240
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Perspective II (formerly La Amistad (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
7547 Laurel Hills Oak Cir
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 297-2070
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 297-2070
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Summit Charter West (Closed 2008)
Charter School
2332 North Hiawassee Road
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 293-5604
Orlando, FL 32818
(407) 293-5604
Grades: K-8
| 191 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 32818, FL?
The top ranked public schools in 32818, FL include Prairie Lake Elementary School, Innovations Middle Charter and Pinewood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 32818?
10 public schools are located in 32818.
What percentage of students in 32818 go to public school?
58% of all K-12 students in 32818 are educated in public schools (compared to the FL state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 32818?
32818 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Florida public schools average of 66% (majority Hispanic).
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